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South Bay Music Association Presents ‘Lord of the Rings: A Symphonic Concert’

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Oct. 9, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — South Bay Music Association announced today that on November 2, 2024, in Redondo Beach, CA, the South Bay Wind Ensemble will perform “Lord of the Rings: A Symphonic Concert.” The concert will take place at the Riviera United Methodist Church beginning at 7 p.m. (375 Palos Verdes Blvd, Redondo Beach, CA 90277).

Image caption: South Bay Music Association Presents Lord of the Rings: A Symphonic Concert.”

Embark on an unforgettable journey as we bring to life the enchanting world of J.R.R. Tolkien. Join us as we celebrate the Elves of Lothlórien, the Dwarves of Moria, Gandalf the Grey Wizard, and of course, the Hobbits of The Shire. On November 2, South Bay Wind Ensemble will perform a concert inspired by Tolkien’s writing, including music from Howard Shore’s score to “The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.” And music from the world of Harry Potter, a world that owes its existence to Tolkien’s enduring legacy.

But the highlight of the concert is the sweeping Symphony No. 1 “The Lord of the Rings” by Johan de Meij. Presented in five movements, each movement of the symphony explores a specific character or place from Middle-earth. Plus to help tell the story, we are thrilled to be joined by renowned classical music DJ, Rich Capparela! Mr. Capparela will be providing narration for each movement of de Meij’s symphony.

Under the direction of Steven Allen Fox, South Bay Wind Ensemble is a high-level performing group with the mission of providing semi-professional and dedicated amateur musicians the opportunity to perform challenging and rewarding concerts; and to provide the South Bay community an exceptional concert experience comprised of quality wind band compositions and transcriptions.

Maestro Steven Allen Fox is Principal Conductor for the Los Angeles Film Orchestra and the Golden State Pops Orchestra. He has conducted the San Francisco Symphony, the Silly Symphonies Orchestra, Hollywood Studio Symphony, and the Video Games Live Orchestra. He made his Walt Disney Concert Hall debut the summer of 2022, conducting “Basil Poledouris, The Music and the Movies.”

Tickets start at just $35. Visit https://www.southbaywinds.com/ or call 310-433-8774 for tickets & info.

Learn more about South Bay Music Association at: https://www.sbmusic.org/.

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South Bay Music Association Presents ‘Beethoven Ode to Joy at 200’

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- On April 6, 2024, at 7 p.m. in El Segundo, CA, the South Bay Wind Ensemble will perform "Beethoven Ode to Joy at 200." The concert will take place at the El Segundo Performing Arts Center.

Beethoven conducted the premiere of his "Choral" Symphony (Symphony No. 9) in May of 1824, and we're thrilled to present it in a way he never imagined. Join the South Bay Wind Ensemble, the SoCAL Chorale, Maestro Steven Allen Fox, Chorale Director Marya Basaraba, and over 130 musicians on April 6 as we celebrate 200 years of the greatest symphony of all time!

The concert includes four incredible vocalists: Emily Dyer Reed (Soprano), Tara Alexander (Mezzo Soprano), Manfred Anaya (Tenor), Johann Schram Reed (Baritone).

We are rounding out the concert with "Elsa's Procession to the Cathedral" by Richard Wagner, "First Suite for Military Band" by Gustav Holst, and selections from Disney's "The Hunchback of Notre Dame" by Alan Menken, conducted by Assistant Conductor, Matthew Visk.

Under the direction of Steven Allen Fox, South Bay Wind Ensemble is a high-level performing group with the mission of providing semi-professional and dedicated amateur musicians the opportunity to perform challenging and rewarding concerts; and to provide the South Bay community an exceptional concert experience comprised of quality wind band compositions and transcriptions.

Maestro Steven Allen Fox is Principal Conductor for the Los Angeles Film Orchestra and the Golden State Pops Orchestra. He has conducted the San Francisco Symphony, the Silly Symphonies Orchestra, Hollywood Studio Symphony, and the Video Games Live Orchestra. He made his Walt Disney Concert Hall debut the summer of 2022, conducting "Basil Poledouris, The Music and the Movies." Notable professionals Steven has worked with include Kelsey Grammer, Zooey Deschanel, John Stamos, Rebel Wilson, Taye Diggs, Shoshana Bean, Hans Zimmer, Danny Elfman, Alan Silvestri, Richard Sherman, Thomas Newman, John Debney, Michael Giacchino, and Michael Kosarin.

Tickets start at just $15. Visit http://www.southbaywinds.com or call 310-433-8774 for tickets and info.

South Bay Music Association: https://www.sbmusic.org/

On April 6, 2024, at 7 p.m. in El Segundo, CA, the South Bay Wind Ensemble will perform "Beethoven Ode to Joy at 200." The concert will take place at the El Segundo Performing Arts Center. Join the South Bay Wind Ensemble, the SoCAL Chorale, Maestro Steven Allen Fox, Chorale Director Marya Basaraba, and over 130 musicians on April 6 as we celebrate 200 years of the greatest symphony of all time!

Related link: https://www.sbmusic.org/

South Bay Music Association Presents ‘Frankenstein: Alive in Concert’ in Collaboration with Grand Vision Foundation

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- South Bay Wind Ensemble (SBWE) is thrilled to begin our 2023/2024 season with "Frankenstein: Alive in Concert" on October 28, 2023 at 7 p.m. The classic 1931 film has sound and dialog, but no music. So now, South Bay Winds are providing the music with a 2002 score by composer Michael Shapiro.

We are also featuring another 1931 classic-the performance venue, the Warner Grand Theatre itself! Both "Frankenstein" and the Warner Grand were introduced to Los Angeles in 1931. And we celebrate that history with a medley of Warner Bros. movie favorites from the 1930s to today, performed with a slideshow highlighting the venues illustrious history!

This is one Halloween celebration you won't want to miss! Presented in collaboration with the Grand Vision Foundation.

Under the direction of Steven Allen Fox, South Bay Wind Ensemble is a high-level performing group with the mission of providing semi-professional and dedicated amateur musicians the opportunity to perform challenging and rewarding concerts; and to provide the South Bay community an exceptional concert experience comprised of quality wind band compositions and transcriptions.

Maestro Steven Allen Fox is Principal Conductor for the Los Angeles Film Orchestra and the Golden State Pops Orchestra. He has conducted the San Francisco Symphony, the Silly Symphonies Orchestra, Hollywood Studio Symphony, and the Video Games Live Orchestra.

He made his Walt Disney Concert Hall debut the summer of 2022, conducting "Basil Poledouris, The Music and the Movies." Notable professionals Steven has worked with include Kelsey Grammer, Zooey Deschanel, John Stamos, Rebel Wilson, Taye Diggs, Shoshana Bean, Hans Zimmer, Danny Elfman, Alan Silvestri, Richard Sherman, Thomas Newman, John Debney, Michael Giacchino, and Michael Kosarin.

Tickets start at just $15. Visit http://www.southbaywinds.com/ or call 310-433-8774 for tickets and info.

Learn more about South Bay Music Association at: https://www.sbmusic.org/

South Bay Wind Ensemble (SBWE) is thrilled to begin our 2023/2024 season with "Frankenstein: Alive in Concert" on October 28, 2023 at 7 p.m. The classic 1931 film has sound and dialog, but no music. So now, South Bay Winds are providing the music with a 2002 score by composer Michael Shapiro.

Related link: https://www.sbmusic.org/%20